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Lindy Hop in Leeds

3 schools teach Lindy Hop and swing in Leeds, with weekly nights on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays and 13 dated events coming up.

Schools: Leeds University Union Swing Dance (LUU Swing Soc), Swing Dance Leeds, Lindy Fridays
Weekly nights: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
Venues: Not stated on the society page; University of Leeds campus; The Dance Studio Leeds; The Carriageworks; Howard Assembly Rooms; Leeds University
Best for beginners: Beginners Lindy Hop (with recap from 18:45), SDL Beginners Lindy Hop, Lindy Fridays, Wednesday 4-week courses (post-beginner)

Lindy Hop and swing in Leeds

In Leeds, 3 organisers run 7 regular weekly sessions on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, with 13 dated events in the diary. Styles on offer: Lindy Hop, Charleston, Balboa and Collegiate Shag.

Mondays: Beginners Lindy Hop (with recap from 18:45) (Not stated on the society page) and Intermediate Lindy Hop (Not stated on the society page). Wednesdays: SDL Beginners Lindy Hop at 19:30–20:30 (The Dance Studio Leeds) and Wednesday 4-week courses (post-beginner) at 20:40–21:40 (The Dance Studio Leeds). Fridays: Lindy Fridays (The Carriageworks) and Lindy Fridays (improvers, beginners, social) at 19:00–21:40 (Room 1, The Carriageworks Theatre). Saturdays: Hot Charleston workshops (The Dance Studio Leeds).

Starting out? Beginners Lindy Hop (with recap from 18:45) on Mondays, SDL Beginners Lindy Hop on Wednesdays at 19:30–20:30, Lindy Fridays on Fridays and Wednesday 4-week courses (post-beginner) on Wednesdays at 20:40–21:40 are described by the organiser as suitable for newcomers. Most classes rotate partners, so you can come on your own – see your first class.

Prices listed by organisers here run from £3 to £32 – a drop-in class or social is usually at the lower end; courses, workshops and weekenders cost more.

Where: Not stated on the society page, University of Leeds campus (Leeds), The Dance Studio Leeds (LS9 7SW), The Carriageworks, Howard Assembly Rooms (Leeds) and Leeds University (Leeds) and 8 other venues. Each listing has Google and Apple Maps links.

Next up: Lindy Fridays Big Night Out on Friday 30 October 2026, A Swing Dance: Part 2 (taster class, social, live band Meanwood Valley Stompers) on Friday 6 November 2026 and Global Café on Monday 9 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I learn Lindy Hop or swing dance in Leeds?

Beginners Lindy Hop (with recap from 18:45) at Not stated on the society page, Intermediate Lindy Hop at Not stated on the society page, SDL Beginners Lindy Hop at The Dance Studio Leeds and Lindy Fridays at The Carriageworks. Full times and venues are listed on this page.

What nights are the classes and socials?

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Times are as listed by each organiser; anything marked "check first" should be confirmed before you travel.

How much does it cost?

Listed prices run from £3 to £32. Drop-in classes and socials are cheapest; courses and weekend workshops cost more.

Do I need a partner or any experience?

No. 9 sessions are marked as suitable for beginners, and most classes rotate partners so you can come alone.

Where can I go social dancing?

SwingFling, SwingRevolution, A Swing Dance: Part 2 (taster class, social, live band Meanwood Valley Stompers) and Swing Fling 2026 (workshops and social dance). Socials often start with a short taster class.

What should I wear?

Comfortable clothes and shoes that turn on a wooden floor – suede or leather soles are ideal, trainers with smooth soles are fine. See our guide to what to wear.